The mine was the deepest of all of the Cleveland Ironstone workings and its shaft extended to over 720 feet (220 m) in depth.

[2] The mine produced over 25,000,000 tonnes (28,000,000 tons) of iron ore between its opening in 1872 and its closure in 1964.

[3][4] North Skelton railway station was on the line between Teesside and Whitby West Cliff.

The line is still open to carry freight from Skinningrove Steelworks and Boulby Mine.

[5][6] North Skelton lends its name to an English Long Sword Dance performed in the area.